Radiologic Technology is a health care profession involving the use of ionizing radiation to generate diagnostic images in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The degree is a two-year program (six sequential semesters including summers) that prepares students for entry-level positions as radiographers.
Program InformationThe Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology is a 2-year program that prepares students for entry-level positions as radiographers.
Enrollment is limited to 25 students once a year and the selective admission process is highly competitive. Students must meet the minimum admission requirements of the program and those required for admission to Central Arizona College.
| Category | Explanation of Points | Points Possible |
|---|---|---|
| Residency | a. Pinal County b. Arizona, but outside of Pinal County c. Out of state or country | a. 10 pts b. 5pts c. 0 pts |
| General Education Credits | a. 1 point per General Education Credit Completed Minimum 8 credits to be completed prior to application | a. 8-23 pts |
| GPA based on general education requirements prorated to number of gen. eds completed | a. 3.75 – 4.0 b. 3.50 – 3.74 c. 3.25 – 3.49 d. 3.00-3.24 e. |
Kayla Davis, MHA, RT(R)(ARRT)
Program Director, Radiologic Technology
Phone: 480-677-7779
kayla.davis@centralaz.edu
Bethany Harvey, BS, RT(R)(ARRT)
Clinical Coordinator, Radiologic Technology
Phone: 480-677-7746
bethany.harvey@centralaz.edu
Many students who start their college career at Central Arizona College plan to continue on for a bachelor’s degree. If you plan to transfer, our Transfer Center has many resources to help you make the most of your time at CAC and plan for a smooth and successful transfer.
The Career Center is where students can find up-to-date resources in career assessment, resume development, interview preparation, and internships and more.
AccreditationTo provide an intellectually stimulating and challenging environment where competency based education in radiography is focused on the needs of the patient and intended to produce competent and progressive imaging professionals of the highest caliber.
Goal: Graduates will be clinically competent.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will demonstrate competency in radiographic positioning
Students will demonstrate competency in radiation protection
Students will demonstrate appropriate patient care
Goal: Graduates will communicate in an effective manner.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will demonstrate effective written communication skills
Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills
Students will demonstrate effective communication skills with patients
Goal: Graduates will apply critical thinking skills.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will demonstrate appropriate image analysis competency
Students will adapt to changing workloads and complete assignments on time
Students will demonstrate an ability to perform non-routine procedures
Goal: Graduates will demonstrate professionalism.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will present a professional appearance in the clinical education settings
Students will accept constructive criticism and guidance in a manner to aid their professional growth
Employers will indicate that graduates conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner
The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. The program is also accredited with the:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
312-704-5300
www.jrcert.org
mail@jrcert.org
Our programmatic accreditation agency, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), defines and publishes this information. Click here to go directly to the JRCERT webpage.
